About the Young Presbyterian Scholars Program
The Young Presbyterian Scholars program is a partnership between Westminster College and Presbyterian and historically-related congregations, including PC(USA), ECO, EPC, Orthodox Presbyterian, and Covenant Presbyterian Churches.
We seek to provide students with opportunities to continue to grow in their faith while attending one of the leading liberal arts colleges in the country. Each congregation can nominate two students for the scholarship each year.
Nomination Form
Benefits of Young Presbyterian Scholars Programs
Young Presbyterian Scholars will receive:
- Students will recieve $2,000 annually on top of their Westminster College merit scholarship.
- Personal and spiritual growth at one of the nation’s most admired liberal arts colleges
- Involvement in ministry opportunities sponsored by the Office of Faith and Spirituality
- Mentorships/partnerships with other students throughout the program
- Opportunities to study and discuss issues relating to faith
- Development of leadership skills
Program Eligibility and Application Information
Student Eligibility Requirements:
- Membership in a Presbyterian or historically-related congregation, including PC(USA), ECO, EPC, Orthodox Presbyterian and Covenant Presbyterian Churches
- GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Nomination by a member of the pastoral staff or any Westminster alumni belonging to the church
Nomination Information
Any member of the pastoral staff or congregants who are also Westminster college alumni can nominate a deserving student from their church.
Scholarship Program Deadlines
- Nov. 1 - Nominations due for priority consideration
- Nov. 1 - Student admissions application due for priority consideration
- May 1 - Rolling admissions application and nominations due
Questions?
Questions about the Presbyterian Scholars Program may be directed to:
Rev. Jim Mohr, College Chaplain, mohrjr@westminster.edu, 724-946-7116
